Dear mike22629,

With regards to alternative transcripts, it is not the number of classes you take, but which classes and how you do in them that matters. I can understand your concern with the little amount of experience you currently have, but if you plan to apply in a couple of years, I think your efforts would be better spent on your career and some extracurriculars than taking a bunch of classes. You can certainly take 3-4 courses, but your GMAT shows you have the aptitude for business school. An alternative transcript is simply a way for you to show you can succeed in the classroom.

Admissions committees do understand that tough economic times limit opportunities, but that does not mean you cannot excel in the workplace. You don't have to receive a new title to show progression; it is whether or not your responsibilities and contributions increase over time. So seek out opportunities to add breadth and/or depth to your skill set while also having concrete accomplishments to note on your resume.

Finally, you are building the foundation for a competitive application. You need to use the next 2 years to gain some successful professional accomplishments, leadership experiences and teamwork experiences you can write about in your applications.

Good luck,
Lisa

If you are not going to be an accountant, there is no reason to get a CPA. Pursuing a certification that you never plan to use will reflect poorly on you. Focus on your career and have some accomplishments you can write about in your applications--that will serve you well.

Regards,
Lisa